NCFS | Training

Training Calendar
Upcoming Training Opportunities of Interest to the Forensic Science,
Law Enforcement, and Public Safety Communities

Dates	February 27, April 23, 2008
Course Title:	GRE Review
Description:	The 24-hour GRE Test Review Classes can help you with... Algebra Analytical Geometry Plane Geometry Charts and Graphs Percentages Word Problems Logic and Games Reading Comprehension Vocabulary Analogies Test Taking Skills Pacing Yourself The GRE review is designed to familiarize the student with the various aspects of the Graduate Record Examination. This course presents an overview of the structure of the test and the format of the questions. The review focuses on successful techniques for both the Verbal and Quantitative sections of the exam. The verbal review emphasizes strategies for answering the four types of questions--analogies, reading comprehension, antonyms, and sentence completion. A thorough mathematics review is presented emphasizing the rules and formulas needed from the areas of arithmetic, geometry and algebra. Additional practice in these areas is gained by applying these principles to both quantitative comparison and discrete quantitative types of questions that appear on the mathematics portion of the test.
Prerequisites:	None
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 102 Tuesday, 6-9pm
Costs:	$599.00
Application:	407-882-TEST (8378) testprep@mail.ucf.edu

Dates

April 3- May 22, 2008

Course Title:

Effective Management Training Series III

Description:

Participants will be engaged in sessions that will give individuals the opportunity to gain insight and develop strategies for improving supervision. Here are some of the features of the program:

interactive activities and role plays
experiential case studies
planning excersizes
self assessments
development of individual action plan to ensure that they are concentrating on the appropriate skills and increasing the transfer of training to their workplace

Supervision III

Session 1: The Supervisor's Role In a Changing Environment
o Change leadership
o The change cycle
o Our capabilities vs. our challenges
o Eight reasons change efforts fail
o Fourteen principals of productive change
o The change wheel
Session 2: Supervising and Leading Teams
o What is a team?
o The four stages of team development
o Pitfalls and progress
o Goal setting
Session 3: Successful Conflict Resolution
o Effective decision making
o Definition of workplace conflict
o Strategies and styles in resolving conflicts and negotiating
o Diffusing the hostile employee
o The conflict resolution process
Session 4: Mutual Interest & Negotiation Skills
o Stepping to their side
o The stages of negotiation
o Common mistakes in negotiations
o Becoming anticipatory
o Communicating into resistance
o Negotiation Commandments

Who Should Attend?

This program will be aimed primarily at supervisors, group leaders, and lead persons who have had little formal training in effectively leading the work of others. Experienced supervisors will find the program helpful in updating leadership skills and practices appropriate to the demands of today's work place. The program is also recommended as an excellent preparation for persons expecting to assume supervisory responsibilities in the near future.

Prerequisites:

There are four Courses in the Series 14 Contact hours per course or 1.4 CEU(s) per course

Location and
Duration:

NCFS / Room 221

Thursday, 6-9:30pm

Costs:

Number of Courses	Open Enrollment	Alumni Offering
1	$399	$369
2	$729	$659
3	$1079	$949
4	$1399	$1189

Application:

Contact Chris Rose at 407-882-0252 or carose@mail.ucf.edu

Dates	April 8- May 1, 2008
Course Title:	Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement Classroom Instruction on Money Management for People Ages 45-74
Description:	This recently updated and revised course will show you how to prepare for a financially secure retirement. Find out how to potentially increase your investment returns and maximize your retirement income. Discover strategies to protect your assets from inflation, estate and income taxes, and erosion due to long-term health care needs. Explore exciting lifestyle options including travel, healthy living, working retirement and lifelong learning. Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement will provide you with the in-depth information you need to plan and enjoy a comfortable retirement. Your Instructors: This seminar is presented across North America by financial services professionals. They not only draw upon real-life experiences with numerous clients, they are also licensed in the areas of investment securities and insurance. Your local instructors are Larry Adkins, ChFC, Craig Townsend, ChFC, and Chris Bordner, Registered Representatives with MetLife Financial Services, member NASD and SIPC. Course Materials: The course uses an illustrated, 204-page color workbook that is frequently updated to reflect the most current information available. It contains many practical exercises and examples, including stock tables, investment performance graphs, tax charts and compound interest calculators. Your workbook will help you learn key concepts discussed in class and will be a valuable reference tool for years to come.
Prerequisites:	None
Location and Duration:	NCFS Tuesday / Room 221 and Thursday /Room 102, 6-8:30pm (Tuesdays- 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29) (Thursdays- 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1)
Costs:	Tuition: Tuition is $45 per person or per couple. A workbook fee of $30 is payable to the instructor on the first night of class. Couples may share workbooks. You must register in advance. Class size is limited.
Application:	(407)882-0260 or click here for the website

Dates	June 2-6, 2008
Course Title:	EnCase v6 Computer Forensics I
Description:	This hands-on course involves practical exercises and real-life simulations. The class provides participants with an understanding of the proper handling of digital evidence from the initial seizure of the computer/media to acquisition, and then progresses to the analysis of the data. It concludes with archiving and validating the data. Delivery method: Group-Live. Students attending this course will learn the following: What constitutes digital evidence and how computers work An overview of the EnCase Computer Forensic Methodology Basic structures of the FAT and NTFS file systems How to create a case and how to preview/acquire media How to conduct basic keyword searches How to analyze file signatures and view files How to restore evidence How to archive files and data created through the analysis process How to prepare evidence for presentation in court How to verify the evidence file Who Should Attend? This course is intended for IT security professionals, litigation support and forensic investigators Participants may have minimal computer skills and may be new to the field of computer forensics.
Prerequisites:	Basic computer skills. Advance preparation for this course is not required.
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 8am-5pm
Costs:	Tuition is $2,995.00 per student Government training rate is $1,995.00 per student
Application:	training@guidancesoftware.com or 626-229-9191

Dates	June 10-12, 2008
Course Title:	AccessData Bootcamp
Description:	This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and effectively use the combined abilities of AccessData's Forensic Toolkit (FTK) and Password Recovery Toolkit (PRTK) to locate and examine email messages, deleted files, free space and file slack. Additionally, students will learn how to search for and export graphic files, as well as export and gain access to encrypted files from multiple industry standard applications. Documenting digital media information and working with multiple forensic image formats are also explored. This intermediate level, hands-on intensive course is intended for Forensic Investigators, Law Enforcement Personnel and Security and Network Administrators that are responsible for creating cases that examine, analyze, and classify digital evidence. The AccessData BootCamp course includes an optional Practical Skills Assessment (PSA) that requires participants to apply concepts presented during the course to complete a practical exercise. Participants who successfully complete this exercise receive a certificate of PSA completion.
Prerequisites:	None
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 9am-5pm
Costs:	$2,495.00
Application:	Shauna R. Waters at (800) 658-5199

Dates	July 7-11, 2008
Course Title:	EnCase v6 Computer Forensics I
Description:	This hands-on course involves practical exercises and real-life simulations. The class provides participants with an understanding of the proper handling of digital evidence from the initial seizure of the computer/media to acquisition, and then progresses to the analysis of the data. It concludes with archiving and validating the data. Delivery method: Group-Live. Students attending this course will learn the following: What constitutes digital evidence and how computers work An overview of the EnCase Computer Forensic Methodology Basic structures of the FAT and NTFS file systems How to create a case and how to preview/acquire media How to conduct basic keyword searches How to analyze file signatures and view files How to restore evidence How to archive files and data created through the analysis process How to prepare evidence for presentation in court How to verify the evidence file Who Should Attend? This course is intended for IT security professionals, litigation support and forensic investigators Participants may have minimal computer skills and may be new to the field of computer forensics.
Prerequisites:	Basic computer skills. Advance preparation for this course is not required.
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 8am-5pm
Costs:	Tuition is $2,995.00 per student Government training rate is $1,995.00 per student
Application:	training@guidancesoftware.com or 626-229-9191

Dates	July 15-17, 2008
Course Title:	Access Data Bootcamp
Description:	This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and effectively use the combined abilities of AccessData's Forensic Toolkit (FTK) and Password Recovery Toolkit (PRTK) to locate and examine email messages, deleted files, free space and file slack. Additionally, students will learn how to search for and export graphic files, as well as export and gain access to encrypted files from multiple industry standard applications. Documenting digital media information and working with multiple forensic image formats are also explored. This intermediate level, hands-on intensive course is intended for Forensic Investigators, Law Enforcement Personnel and Security and Network Administrators that are responsible for creating cases that examine, analyze, and classify digital evidence. The AccessData BootCamp course includes an optional Practical Skills Assessment (PSA) that requires participants to apply concepts presented during the course to complete a practical exercise. Participants who successfully complete this exercise receive a certificate of PSA completion.
Prerequisites:	None
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 315 9am-5pm
Costs:	$2,495.00
Application:	Shauna R. Waters at (800) 658-5199

Dates	September 8-12, 2008
Course Title:	EnCase v6 Computer Forensics II
Description:	This hands-on course is designed for investigators with strong computer skills, prior computer forensics training, and experience using the EnCase forensic software. This course builds upon the skills covered in the EnCase Computer Forensics I course and enhances the examiner's ability to work efficiently through the use of the unique features of EnCase. Students must understand evidence handling; the structure of the evidence file; creating and using case files; data acquisition methods including DOS based, hardware write protected, crossover cable and disk to disk; recovering deleted files and folders in a FAT environment; keyword searches across logical and physical media; creating and using EnCase bookmarks; file signatures and signature analysis; and locating and understanding Windows® artifacts. Delivery method: Group-Live. Focusing on investigations common to the private sector, students will learn about the following: How to create and use of logical evidence files How to locate and recover deleted partitions and folders How to conduct keyword searches and advanced searches using GREP Students will gain an understanding of the EnCase Virtual File System (VFS) and Physical Disk Emulator (PDE) Students will learn about the Windows® Registry Students will learn how to deal with compound file types How to export files, directories and entire volumes How to identify files using hash values and building hash libraries How to identify Windows XP operating system artifacts such as link files, recycle bin, and user folders How to prepare reports and evidence for presentation in court How to recover artifacts such as swap files, file slack, and spooler files How to recover printed and faxed pages Who Should Attend?* This course is intended for IT security professionals, litigation support and forensic investigators. Participants should have attended the EnCase Computer Forensics I.
Prerequisites:	EnCase® Computer Forensics I. Advance preparation for this course is not
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 8am-5pm
Costs:	Tuition is $2,995.00 per student Government training rate is $1,995.00 per student
Application:	training@guidancesoftware.com or 626-229-9191

Dates	September 9- October 2, 2008
Course Title:	Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement Classroom Instruction on Money Management for People Ages 45-74
Description:	This recently updated and revised course will show you how to prepare for a financially secure retirement. Find out how to potentially increase your investment returns and maximize your retirement income. Discover strategies to protect your assets from inflation, estate and income taxes, and erosion due to long-term health care needs. Explore exciting lifestyle options including travel, healthy living, working retirement and lifelong learning. Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement will provide you with the in-depth information you need to plan and enjoy a comfortable retirement. Your Instructors: This seminar is presented across North America by financial services professionals. They not only draw upon real-life experiences with numerous clients, they are also licensed in the areas of investment securities and insurance. Your local instructors are Larry Adkins, ChFC, Craig Townsend, ChFC, and Chris Bordner, Registered Representatives with MetLife Financial Services, member NASD and SIPC. Course Materials: The course uses an illustrated, 204-page color workbook that is frequently updated to reflect the most current information available. It contains many practical exercises and examples, including stock tables, investment performance graphs, tax charts and compound interest calculators. Your workbook will help you learn key concepts discussed in class and will be a valuable reference tool for years to come.
Prerequisites:	None
Location and Duration:	NCFS Tuesday / Room 221 and Thursday /Room 102, 6-8:30pm (Tuesdays- 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29) (Thursdays- 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1)
Costs:	Tuition: Tuition is $45 per person or per couple. A workbook fee of $30 is payable to the instructor on the first night of class. Couples may share workbooks. You must register in advance. Class size is limited.
Application:	(407)882-0260 or click here for the website

Dates	November 10-14, 2008
Course Title:	EnCase v6 Computer Forensics 2
Description:	This hands-on course is designed for investigators with strong computer skills, prior computer forensics training, and experience using the EnCase forensic software. This course builds upon the skills covered in the EnCase Computer Forensics I course and enhances the examiner's ability to work efficiently through the use of the unique features of EnCase. Students must understand evidence handling; the structure of the evidence file; creating and using case files; data acquisition methods including DOS based, hardware write protected, crossover cable and disk to disk; recovering deleted files and folders in a FAT environment; keyword searches across logical and physical media; creating and using EnCase bookmarks; file signatures and signature analysis; and locating and understanding Windows® artifacts. Delivery method: Group-Live. Focusing on investigations common to the private sector, students will learn about the following: How to create and use of logical evidence files How to locate and recover deleted partitions and folders How to conduct keyword searches and advanced searches using GREP Students will gain an understanding of the EnCase Virtual File System (VFS) and Physical Disk Emulator (PDE) Students will learn about the Windows® Registry Students will learn how to deal with compound file types How to export files, directories and entire volumes How to identify files using hash values and building hash libraries How to identify Windows XP operating system artifacts such as link files, recycle bin, and user folders How to prepare reports and evidence for presentation in court How to recover artifacts such as swap files, file slack, and spooler files How to recover printed and faxed pages Who Should Attend?* This course is intended for IT security professionals, litigation support and forensic investigators. Participants should have attended the EnCase Computer Forensics I.
Prerequisites:	EnCase® Computer Forensics I. Advance preparation for this course is not
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 8am-5pm
Costs:	Tuition is $2,995.00 per student, Government training rate is $1,995.00 per student
Application:	training@guidancesoftware.com or 626-229-9191

Dates	December 8-12, 2008
Course Title:	EnCase- Advanced Internet
Description:	Note: The content of this course is significantly different and we recommend that anyone who took the EnCase Internet & E-mail course prior to February 2004 now take EnCase Advanced Internet Examinations. This hands-on course involves practical exercises and real-life simulations. The class focuses on the forensic evidence located on the computer belonging to the suspect and /or victim-- not online or cyber investigations. E-mails and the Internet are cornerstones of consumer and business computer use. Virtually all computer forensic examinations will involve analysis of e-mail and Internet artifacts, underscoring the need to understand the relevance of Internet and e-mail-based evidence recovered during examinations. Delivery method: Group-Live. The course provides in-depth coverage on artifacts involving: Peer-to-peer clients Instant Messaging Clients Trojan viruses System Monitors/keyloggers JavaScript exploits Popular web browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Netscape, and Mozilla Students will learn how to interpret Internet browser history, search engines, logs, and correctly rebuild web pages. The course will enable students to recover and examine e-mail messages, headers, and attachments from widely used e-mail applications (Outlook®, America Online®, and Netscape®) and web-based e-mail providers. Students will also locate and examine artifacts from search engines, instant messaging clients, and newsgroups.
Prerequisites:	EnCase Computer Forensics II or EnCE Certification
Location and Duration:	NCFS / Room 222 8am-5pm
Costs:	Tuition is $2,995.00 per student, Government training rate is $1,995.00 per student
Application:	training@guidancesoftware.com or 626-229-9191

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